Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching are seeking to appoint a 2:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support to two wonderful children who thrive with one-on-one care and attention to work Mondays, Tuesday and Fridays. For the right candidate however, the school would be prepared to consider full time applicants.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be involved with:

• Providing 1:1 and shared support to two children with identified SEN needs, ensuring they are fully included in classroom activities.
• Assisting in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), supporting the children's development in communication, social, and emotional skills.
• Fostering positive relationships with the children, helping them feel secure and confident in their learning environment.
• Collaborating with the class teacher and SENCo to adapt activities and resources to meet the children's specific needs.

About you:

• A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Location - North Winchester- SO21

  Position - SEN Teaching Assistant
  Contract or position start date - ASAP
  Duration - Permanent/Temporary- Long-term/Permanent
  Contract or position end date (if applicable) - N/A
  Full time/part-time - Part-time: Monday, Tuesday and Friday or full time for the right candidate.
  Hours - Standard working hours 8.30am-3.15pm (times may vary).

  
  Essential & Desirable Qualifications/ requirements:

• • Experience working with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage, particularly those with SEN (desirable).
  • Knowledge of strategies and interventions to support children with a range of additional needs (e.g., speech and language, sensory processing, or autism) (desirable).

• To be eligible for this role through Prospero teaching, you must:

  • Hold right to work in the UK
  • Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
  • Provide references upon request
  • Possess up to date Safeguarding Training (or a willingness to undertake this)